Supply Manager

Hitachi ABB Power Grids is a pioneering technology leader that is helping to increase access to affordable, reliable, sustainable and modern energy for all. We help keep your lights on, the factories running, our hospitals and schools open. Come as you are and prepare to get better as you learn from others. Bring your passion, bring your energy, and plug into a team that appreciates a simple truth: Diversity + Collaboration = Innovation
The Power Grids Grid Automation (PGGA) business unit is an umbrella organization for Grid Automation Products and Grid Automation Systems. Grid Automation Products is responsible for the development, marketing & sale and manufacturing of products for protection and control of high voltage power grids. The unit's product offer consists of relays in the Relion® 670/650 series and the COMBIFLEX family. The unit also offers services such as training to ensure customers get the maximum return on their investment in our protection and control solutions.
As a Supply manager, you belong to the SCM team at Grid Automation Products in Sweden. The SCM team is responsible for strategic sourcing globally.
Your responsibilities
Manage strategic electronic manufacturing services (EMS) suppliers.
Lead and develop sourcing of new PCBA's towards EMS suppliers.
Responsible for RFQ's, supplier selection, qualification and on-boarding of new EMS suppliers in line with strategic Sourcing process.
Work closely with R&D and other relevant functions.
Develop suppliers from supplier assessment, RFQ, contract negotiations, supplier relations and be the main supplier interphase.
Cooperate with and develop international suppliers.
Facilitate continuous improvements of supplier performance regarding cost, lead time, quality and service.
Drive cost saving initiatives.

Your requirements
You hold a B.Sc. or M.Sc. or equivalent in a relevant engineering or business discipline.
> 3 years of experience in Sourcing, Supplier Relationship Management in industrial product development.
Experience in Project management, Product Development, Supplier Quality is beneficial.
Previous experience in negotiations
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Proficiency in MS Office
Excellent communication and leadership skills, and a business-oriented mindset.
Fluency in English, written and spoken, is a must, whereas Swedish is considered as a plus.

Additional Information
Ready for a new exciting challenge? Welcome with your application by 20th of August 2020.
Recruiting Manager, David Wretling, +46 107-38 17 27, will answer your questions about the position. Union representatives - Sveriges Ingenjörer: Klas Koppari, +46 107-38 13 45, Unionen: Kenneth Tedenäs, +46 107-38 16 16, Ledarna: Christer Fridlund, +46 107-38 29 12. All other questions can be directed to Recruitment Consultant Angelica From, +46 107-38 00 43.
Hitachi ABB Power Grids is a global technology leader with a combined heritage of almost 250 years, employing around 36,000 people in 90 countries. Headquartered in Switzerland, the business serves utility, industry and infrastructure customers across the value chain, and emerging areas like sustainable mobility, smart cities, energy storage and data centers. With a proven track record, global footprint and unparalleled installed base, Hitachi ABB Power Grids balances social, environmental and economic values, and is committed to powering good for a sustainable energy future, with pioneering and digital technologies, as the partner of choice for enabling a stronger, smarter and greener grid. www.hitachiabb-powergrids.com